Strategic Sponsorship & Partnerships Lead

League of Minnesota Cities; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is seeking a Sponsorship Development Partner to lead its corporate sponsorship and partnership program, building strategic relationships that fund parks, programs, events, and facilities.

You will identify, negotiate, administer, and steward sponsorships across their lifecycle, ensuring partnerships support diverse communities and align with the MPRB's mission, policies, and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in one of the specified fields.
• 5 years of experience in corporate sponsorships, business development, fundraising, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead sponsorship and partnership program for Parks and events.
• Develop strategic relationships that generate financial and in-kind support.
• Identify, negotiate, administer, and steward sponsorships through lifecycle.
• Ensure partnerships advance community needs and align with mission and brand.

Skills

Sponsorship development

Business development

Partnership management

Sales

Marketing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration / Marketing / Communications / Public Administration / Nonprofit Management / Recreation Administration

Job description

Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is seeking a Sponsorship Development Partner to lead its corporate sponsorship and partnership program, building strategic relationships that fund parks, programs, events, and facilities.

You will identify, negotiate, administer, and steward sponsorships across their lifecycle, ensuring partnerships support diverse communities and align with the MPRB's mission, policies, and brand standards.